K-drama star Kim Soo Hyun is currently embroiled in controversy related to the late actress Kim Sae Ron. Recently, Sae Ron’s aunt alleged that Soo Hyun was in a romantic relationship with her niece for six years, claiming that when their relationship began, Sae Ron was just 15 and Soo Hyun was 27. Additionally, she accused both Soo Hyun and his agency, GOLD MEDALIST, of financial misconduct, suggesting they failed to support Sae Ron during her DUI scandal in 2022.

As new revelations come to light, older photos, social media posts, interviews, and text messages between Soo Hyun and Sae Ron are emerging daily. A particular old interview of Soo Hyun with then-child actress Kim Yoo Jung is now going viral. Adding to the intrigue, it has been noted that the dates of Soo Hyun’s birthday and Sae Ron’s tragic passing coincided. A previously deleted celebratory post by Soo Hyun has resurfaced, intensifying the backlash against him.

Kim Soo Hyun’s Interview with Kim Yoo Jung
Amidst the controversy, a vintage interview with Kim Soo Hyun is garnering significant attention. This interview occurred during a promotional event for the 2012 drama “The Moon Embracing the Sun,” where he was joined by his co-stars Han Ga-in and child actress Kim Yoo Jung. In the interview, the 24-year-old Soo Hyun made a remark about 13-year-old Yoo Jung that is now being scrutinized.

When asked about working with Kim Yoo Jung, Soo Hyun made a rather unsettling comment: “I used to think of her as too much of a baby. But after seeing her in person, she seems very confident and mature. I can’t wait to see her grow, and I expect we will soon be partners in a drama.” Although this remark did not raise eyebrows at the time, it has sparked criticism on social media in light of current events, with some users labeling it as ‘creepy.’

Soo Hyun’s Deleted Birthday Post
For those who may not know, Kim Sae Ron was found dead in her apartment on February 16, 2025, the same day as Kim Soo Hyun’s birthday. On that day, Soo Hyun had shared celebratory posts thanking his fans, which have now drawn backlash online, with many users expressing their disappointment and frustration. Several netizens have questioned the appropriateness of his celebratory content on a day marking such a tragic event, suggesting that the coinciding dates are far from chance.

Critics are pointing out that Kim Soo Hyun celebrated while Kim Sae Ron passed away, stating, “Flooding the internet with birthday articles while Kim Sae Ron’s death date coincides with his birthday… he was celebrating when she died.”

As the controversy continues to escalate, criticism against Kim Soo Hyun is intensifying. Following the aunt’s accusations, messages from Kim Sae Ron regarding a 700 million Won debt have come to light, along with her alleged unreleased statements related to their relationship.

For more details, see: Kim Soo Hyun Faces Boycott Calls Following Texts and Statements from Kim Sae Ron

Further information: Kim Soo Hyun Addresses Controversial Rumors Regarding Late Actress Kim Sae Ron